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Itch-Be-Gone – recipe for antihistamine relief with essential oils

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This recipe was originally written and published in 2014.

My daughter’s back gets hot, especially with her hair laying on it all the time (she loves her hair down!). Last month she got a heat rash that flared by her scratching a bug bite in the same area. We treated just with the witch hazel, and it went away within a week.

She got the heat rash and bug-bites combo again, and this time I added essential oils to the blend to accelerate the healing process and kill the itch. This is a 1% dilution and safe for children. Read more about dilutions here.

Why I chose these ingredients

Witch hazel makes for an awesome base since it’s naturally astringent and soothing. I like this witch hazel by Dickenson's (also linked in the amazon ad below).

Instructions

Shake well before spritzing on itchy or irritated skin, including rashes.

Q: I don't have all the essential oils in this recipe. Is there something else I can use?

A: I always makes the very best recipe I can so it will be effective – and safe! However, these are not the only anti-histamine essential oils. You can look up other anti-histamine essential oils in our app or ebook.

Q: Is this recipe safe for use during pregnancy?

A: Yes, the ingredients used are safe for using during pregnancy. For more information on essential oil safety during pregnancy read: Essential Oils and Pregnancy.

Q: Is this recipe safe for use if I breastfeed?

A: Yes, the ingredients in this recipe are safe to use if you are breastfeeding. For more information on essential oil safety for breastfeeding moms read: Essential Oils and Breastfeeding.

Q: You've taught me that witch hazel and oils do not mix. Why are you breaking your rule for this recipe?

A: Whenever you add essential oils to witch hazel you want to be sure to shakeshakeshake before applying to the skin. Another option is adding Solubol or even liquid soap to help disperse the essential oils into the witch hazel.

Q: What essential oil brands do you recommend for this recipe?

A: I personally use several different brands of essential oils with great results (you can find my opinion here). You can use whatever brand you have on hand, as long as the Latin names match 🙂

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Recommended Reading

Lea's personal favorites

Essential Oil Safety – Essential for all essential oil users. The newbie can look up the safety information for the essential oils they have, and advanced enthusiasts will appreciate the in-depth scholarly informational chapters.

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy – This is an essential book to have in your collection. Loaded with information of all aspects of aromatherapy, as well as contains essential oil profiles. Loaded with references.

Aromatherapy for Health Professionals – For professional aromatherapists or anyone who wishes to have the knowledge of one. Very thorough book with lots of information and a bonus CD with reference charts that are a must-have.

Essential Oils for Animals - This book makes it simple for you to find the right essential oil for any problem, and contains practical, easy-to-use information on: How, why, and when to use essential oils for animal health and daily care, Detailed profiles of 52 essentials oils, 20 hydrosols, and 12 carrier oils, How to make natural lotions and potions. Plus, How to use 5 Element Theory to choose essential oils and understand your animal. An exceptional resource for anyone who wants to support their animals in mind, body, and spirit.